Job description
Pig Stockperson
Pig Stockperson - Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim, Ireland - €35,000 + Accommodation
The Job:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, indoor weaner to finishing pig unit, working within an experienced team committed to high standards of animal welfare, productivity and performance. The role is ideal for someone with previous pig or livestock experience who is looking for a long term position with on site accommodation, structured training and genuine opportunities to progress within the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Daily care and management of pigs throughout the weaner to finishing cycle
- Feeding, cleaning and general pig husbandry
- Monitoring animal health, welfare and performance
- Maintaining high biosecurity and hygiene standards
- Identifying and reporting any health or welfare concerns
- Supporting the team to achieve production targets
- Maintaining accurate records and following farm procedures
The Company:
Our client is a well established pig production business operating modern indoor facilities with a strong focus on animal welfare, continuous improvement and staff development. They offer a supportive team environment and invest in long term careers.
The Candidate:
- Previous experience working with pigs or livestock (minimum one year preferred)
- Good understanding of animal welfare and husbandry
- Reliable with a strong work ethic
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to work weekends on a rota
- Experience within a weaner to finishing pig unit
- Knowledge of indoor pig production systems
- Agricultural qualification
- Full driving licence
The Package:
- Salary up to €35,000 dependent on experience
- Working Hours - Monday to Friday, One weekend in two on a rota basis
- On site accommodation provided
- Company pension scheme
- Full training and ongoing development
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Supportive and experienced team environment
Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, GHartwell@agriRS.co.uk.
Candidate Requirements
All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
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